The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the largest boat show in the world and in 2015 it injected $857 million to the state economy. A new tax incentive for international brokers could lead to more sales and a boost to the local economy as money flows into maintenance shops, insurance brokers, accessories sellers and more. With Florida leading the country in boat sales at $2.6 billion, what does this mean for the future of South Florida? Andy takes a look at the marine industry and its impact on the local economy.
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South Florida and the Marine Industry